Be seduced by scenic grandeur: a panorama of majestic mountains, shimmering lakes, dazzling beaches and azure waters of the Atlantic Ocean.Situated on the warm False Bay coast, a comfortably elegant base from which to explore the interesting and beautiful Cape Peninsula and Winelands, Colona Castle is within easy reach of the airport and Cape Town city centre.A golfers paradise with more than 4 world-class Golf courses in the vicinity.
Colona Castle is a magical Villa of great quality with 5 Full Suites and 3 Bedroom suites, which can be utilised for honeymoons, for small incentives groups, Golf groups, for special guests or families, or simply to charm inquisitive and discerning visitors with exceptional hospitality, personal service, haute cuisine… For discerning clients who wish to distance themselves from the “hustle and bustle” of a city and stay in a quieter place, but have easy access to all places of interest in and around Cape Town and its Winelands, Colona Castle is a magical place, always appreciated by all visitors who enjoy the surroundings and the inspiration it affords them.
A position at the epicentre of greater Cape Town allows easy access to Table Mountain, the penguin colony at Boulders Beach, Cape Point Nature Reserve, the Waterfront and the Winelands. Attractions include whale watching, world-class golf and water-sports.
Gracing the mountainside above a tranquil Lake District on the warmer False Bay coastline, Colona Castle, graded 5-Star, is a splendid Mediterranean retreat from which to explore fascinating Cape Town and environs, offering character, exclusivity and infinite charm. Majestic panoramic views stretch from Table Mountain across the Peninsula and Winelands to False Bay and the South Atlantic Ocean.
All our Suites and interiors have high quality furnishings with treasured antiques and objets d’art collected over many years. Five sumptuous Suites, one Family Suite and two Superior Bedrooms cater for every comfort and convenience.
Description of Colona Castle
A position at the epicentre of greater Cape Town allows easy access to Table Mountain (25 minutes), the penguin colony at Boulders Beach (20 minutes), Cape Point Nature Reserve (35 minutes), the Waterfront (25 minutes) and the Winelands (Constantia 5 minutes-Stellenbosch 30 minutes).
Gracing the mountainside above a tranquil Lake District on the warmer False Bay coastline, Colona Castle, graded 5-Star, is a splendid Mediterranean retreat from which to explore fascinating Cape Town and environs, offering character, exclusivity and infinite charm. Majestic panoramic views stretch from Table Mountain across the Peninsula and Winelands to False Bay and the South Atlantic Ocean.
All Suites and interiors are furnished with treasured antiques and objets d'art collected over many years. Five sumptuous Suites, one Family Suite and two Superior Bedrooms cater for every comfort and convenience. Therapeutic Massages and Spa Treatments are available upon request.
Our Award-winning Executive Chef‘s inspired presentations are an artful combination of the Cape’s finest and freshest organically grown ingredients – a rare culinary celebration in the superb architecture of the candlelit Dining Hall. For a minimum of 6 people, Lunches and Dinners are organised upon requestAlternativeley, a growing number of exciting and delectable restaurants are established in the vicinity
Rates are per suite and include a delicious full English style breakfast, Wireless Internet & email access, parking, personalized concierge services and VAT Single rates in Executive & Full Luxury Suites are on request
Terms and Conditions
Unless otherwise stated, rates are based on 2 people per suite. Rates are subject to change without prior notice. Rates include VAT and breakfast but exclude a 1% tourism levy. The Executive Chef can prepare exquisite gourmet lunches and dinners on request 18 hour room service Satellite Flat Screen TV (CNN & BBC) IT ports & Wi-fi Internet In room Docking station & laptop on request Laundry & Valet Secretarial services ad-hoc Garden, terraces & swimming pool Airport transfers arranged 24 hour security Private & secure parking Virgin Active Gym nearby Private dining In-Suite Therapeutic Spa Treatments
Children (all ages) are welcome.
Infants 0 – below 2 years free of charge (cot provided)
Third person and Fourth person – Kindly refer to our rate sheet for details
A guide or a driver would be accommodated at normal rates. It is possible to secure single accommodation nearby (3 mns) around R 550 to R 650 per night including breakfast.
Rates are per suite and include a full English style Breakfast and VAT
Single rates in Executive & Full Luxury Suites are on request
MINIMUM STAY 5 NIGHTS 20 DECEMBER to 04 JANUARY WITH SPECIAL POLICY
Panoramic views from swimming pool and patios. Welcome drink - Fresh fruit and flowers
At the centre of greater Cape Town, on the warmer False Bay coastline, Lakeside is within easy reach of all places of interest in Cape Town: airport (25mn), Waterfront (25mn), Table Mountain (25mn), penguins (20mn), Cape Point (35mn), Constantia (5mn) & Stellenbosch Winelands (40mn) A special microclimate ensures weather is cooler in summer & warmer in winter with less rain. Whale, Shark watching & world-class golf nearby
Attractions: Whale &, Shark watching, world-class Golf, legendary golden beaches, water-sports...French and Swahili spokenAirport transfers can be organised upon request.Full payment is required 30 days prior to arrival.For bookings made within 30 days of arrival, full payment is required on confirmation.Refunds where agreed, are subject to a 10% administration fee.
Fact
8 Suites: 3 Superior Rooms & 5 Suites with superb views, private patios, air-conditioning, ceiling fans, heated towel rails, under floor heating, electronic safes & mini-bars
Breakfast inclusive
Wireless Internet
18 hour room service
Laundry & Valet
Satellite Flat Screen TV (CNN & BBC)
Private dining on request
In room Docking station & laptop on request
24 hour security
Garden, terraces & swimming pool
Airport transfers arranged
Secretarial services ad-hoc on request
Private & secure parking
In-Suite Therapeutic Spa Treatments on request
Virgin Active Gym nearby
One return restaurant dinner transfer free of charge – (conditions apply)
Golfing
We are located within a few minutes drive of 4 championship & world-class Golf courses
Westlake 3 minutes
Steenberg 7 minutes
Clovelly 10 minutes
Royal Cape 10 minutes
We can organise tee-off times for you
Colona Castle is particularly attractive for hosting small groups of Golfers. Enquire about our specials and services.
Wine Tasting
Privately visit a Constantia wine estate in the Cape’s oldest Winelands, then venture further into Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Paarl … Engage in a private cultural field trip through UthandoSA (Love South Africa) and share in the upliftment of community empowerment projects. Attend a show or concert at a local theatre
Walking
There are some great mountain trails, and the Drakenstein Mountain Reserve is home to a variety of protea plant species, rare birds, baboons and mountain bok.
Whales
Spot the whales and dolphins on a boat trip from Simon’s Town in season or simply indulge in a Harbour Tour. Take a helicopter trip and marvel at the Cape’s magnificence below or discover the V&A Aquarium. Drive the scenic coastal route to Hermanus and Walker Bay along the rocky landscape of False Bay.
Kalk Bay
Absorb the inviting atmosphere of cosmopolitan galleries, boutiques, restaurants and sea-side cafes. Water taxi between Kalk Bay and Simon’s Town or take a Historical train & guided tour of the museums. Walk and be guided through the Cape’s unique mountain fynbos and encounter the endangered Chacma baboons of the Cape
Sharks
Shark eco-tour in False Bay with Chris Fallows of National Geographic & Discovery Channel fame and witness one of nature’s greatest spectacles, a breaching Great White Shark. Take a boat trip to Seal Island in False Bay, home to 75,000 Cape fur seals, 24 bird species and the hunting ground of the Great White Shark
Penguins
Breakfast with African penguins at Boulders Beach, watch them waddle amongst giant granite boulders, and swim with them if you dare… Sea Kayak with penguins in the warm waters of False Bay or snorkel with seals. Embark on a deep-sea game fishing charter or discover the awesome underwater world on a guided shore or shipwreck dive.
Views
Poised for extraordinary sunrises, graced with magical light throughout the day, this enchanting site enjoys soft hues across the sky and mountains at sundown before coming alive with the scintillating night city lights.
Patios
The perfect setting to lounge, relax and unwind. Most have panoramic breathtaking views of world famous Table Mountain, Constantia, the Peninsula, Sandvlei Lake, False Bay legendary beaches and the South Atlantic Ocean with the Winelands in the distance.
Lounges
For special atmosphere, settle down around one of two beautiful open hearth log fires and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. All our Suites and interiors are furnished with treasured antiques and objets d'art collected over many years.
Cuisine
Fresh organic vegetable and fruit juices to rejuvenate you. Great emphasis is devoted to the creation of healthy and well balanced dishes combining the Cape's finest and freshest organically grown ingredients 2005 Observer UK Award 100 Best places to eat this summer Best restaurant with rooms worldwide - rated number 8 out of 100
Spa
In-Suite therapeutic spa treatments on request.
Activities
Below, on Sandvlei Lake, there are many boating activities, such as yachting, windsurfing and canoeing. Cruises or deep sea fishing trips, shark viewing trips can be arranged out of Hout Bay or Simonstown harbours. False Bay is famous for its legendary golden beaches and whales. For the more energetic, safe surfing in the rolling waves of Surfers Corner, a venture on picturesque mountain walks amongst the wild flora through the Muizenberg and Silvermine ranges, or on exciting rock climbing for the experienced mountaineer.
Activities around Colona Castle Lakeside Cape Town
Easy access to all places of interest in and around Cape Town and:
Airport 25 minutes (N2 & M3) - Waterfront 20 to 25 minutes (M3 & N2)
Restaurants Many trendy & fun places to eat at: Harbour House in Kalk Bay (100 Best Restaurants list 2011) – Cape to Cuba where every item is for sale – Olympia Café – Theresa’s – Live Bait – Sirocco – Catharina’s in Tokai
– Buitenverwachting - Café Sixteen82 – The Annex
Winelands Restaurants of Constantia like world famous La Colombe all a few mns drive and more…
Visit Simonstown and the penguins at Boulders 15 & 20 mns drive
Drive to Cape Point – a mere 35 minutes from Colona Castle. Get there first, in pristine surroundings before tourists and buses arrive from town. Or Water taxi from Kalk Bay to Simonstown
Check out the Beaches Within minutes of Lakeside are glorious beaches Muizenberg & its 36 kms of fine golden sand - Boulders Beach swim with the penguins – St James - Fish Hoek – Cape Point Nature Reserve
Watersports Enjoy the warmer sea - Learn to Surf at Surfers Corner – Paddle ski , Body Surf or simply Swim – Kayak in Simonstown’ Harbour –Shark Dive (May to September) from Simonstown – Deep Sea Fish or venture on a Pelagic Boat trip – scuba diving in False Bay…
Depart from Simonstown Harbour to view Whales (June to November) in False Bay or the Great White Sharks with researcher Chris Fallows…
Spot the Whales & Dolphins (May to November) from Boyes Drive (5 minutes walk) of along the scenic coastal road M4
Private Wine Tasting: Constantia the oldest Winelands of the Cape
Drive around the Winelands - Constantia Wine Route 5 minutes away Stellenbosch 35 minutes drive along the scenic Coastal Route R 310 Golf 4 world-class Golf courses within 3 to 10 minutes drive
Go up Table Mountain this world renowned iconic landmark for the most spectacular views of Cape Town, 25 minutes drive.
Picnic in Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens – World Heritage Site renowned for some 8,000 plant species of the Cape Floral Kingdom only 15 minutes drive
– Sunday open air Summer Concerts from November to April on the lawn
Birdwatching at Rondevlei Nature Reserve (225 different species of birds) & spot the Hippos and small wild animals in the Reserve Wetlands
Zandvlei Estuary Nature Reserve on our doorstep protecting vegetation
Take the Sightseeing Train to Simonstown from False Bay station (5 minutes walk) & back and enjoy the ride along the coast and beaches
Ecological Guided visits Rock pools with life in inter-tidal zones in Marine protected area - Sensuous or twilight Wildlife walks in Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens - Nature Reserves Walks: Rondevlei, Table Mountain…
Drive to Hermanus along the scenic False Bay Coast – along the rocky landscape of Cape Hangklip, to see the majestic beauty of the Southern Right whales from May to November, visit a wine estate and drive back through the Franschhoek Pass, Stellenbosch and the Coastline
Visit Robben Island - declared a Cultural World Heritage Site
Take a Township Tour - take a Cultural Field Trip with Uthando SA
Museums : Het Post Huys the oldest building in South Africa Battle of Muizenberg Historical site all 5 minutes away Rhodes Cottage where Cecil John Rhodes spent last 4 years of his life
Painter’s Gallery: Rachelle Bomberg in Muizenberg by appointment
Casa Labia in Muizenberg : Restaurant, Paintings exhibition & Concerts
Masque Theatre : fun plays with talented amateur dramatics society
Famous Gardens on slopes of Muizenberg & St James by appointment
Walks pathway above the sea from Muizenberg to Kalk Bay & back on the mountain paths of Silvermine with breathtaking panoramic views
Take a Footsteps to Freedom historical city walking tour
Wander around Bo-kaap - the Cape Malay area, one of the city's most historic area with narrow cobbled streets and colourfully-painted old houses
Shop at the V&A Waterfront with loads of restaurants, bars, shops and cinemas housed in restored warehouses. The whole area is clean and safe.
The excellent Two Oceans Aquarium so wonderful for children.
Tenpin Bowling at Stadium on Main, Claremont
Guided Hiking and Bicycle Tours Townships - Table Mountain - Winelands
Visit a Game Reserve at Inverdoorn (10000 ha of which 3500 ha dedicated to wild animals and research projects) only 2 & ½ hrs drive
Skydive at Melkbosstrand with instructors
Racing world-class racing cars at Killarney
Horse ride on the Beach
Take a Helicopter trip over the Cape Peninsula
Galileo Open Air Cinema October to April from Tuesday to Friday and more…
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